This Issue’s Science Popularization Expert The Magical Effects of Safflower: Unveiling the ‘Beauty Treasure’ of Traditional Chinese Medicine Responsible Person for This Issue | Xia Huizhu Safflower, also known as Honghua (Carthamus tinctorius), has been revered since ancient times as a ‘beauty treasure’ in the field of TCM. It holds a significant position in TCM … Read more
The Benefits and Precautions of Safflower, and Its Price 1. The Benefits of Safflower (1) Positive Effects on the Cardiovascular System Improvement of Cardiac Function Safflower (Honghua) can strengthen heart contractions, which is beneficial for patients with myocardial ischemia. It can relieve spasms of vascular smooth muscle and enhance tolerance to hypoxia, thereby helping to … Read more
Safflower (Honghua) is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine. It belongs to the category of blood-activating and stasis-resolving herbs, specifically classified as a blood-regulating herb. It is referred to as “Red and Blue Flower” in the Han Book and is explained as Safflower in the Kaibao Bencao. Alias: South Safflower, Grass Safflower, Red and Blue … Read more
In Medicine A Record of Blossoms Sending You a Red Flower Red Flower 【Hóng huā, Carthamus tinctorius L】 Flower Language:“Passion, Love, and Courage” 1 Meaning of the Flower The red flower, like a passionate flame, quietly blooms from late spring to early summer, showcasing boundless vitality. Its petals are layered and vibrant, exuding a rich … Read more
Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza), whose root is used as medicine, has a deep red and purple skin, resembling ginseng, hence the name Dan Shen. It is a common Chinese herbal medicine with significant effects and is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It is primarily used to treat conditions such as irregular menstruation, postpartum … Read more
As one of the medicinal herbs, Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza) primarily comes from the roots of the Lamiaceae family plant. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Dan Shen is widely used for the prevention and treatment of various diseases. It contains multiple active components, such as dan shen ketone and water-soluble phenolic acids, which provide numerous … Read more
To prevent losing this next time Dan Shen, also known as Zi Dan Shen (Purple Salvia). [Properties and Efficacy] Bitter in taste, cool in nature. Efficacy: invigorates blood circulation and dispels stasis, nourishes blood and calms the spirit. [Traditional Applications] Indicated for irregular menstruation, difficult menstruation, postpartum stasis abdominal pain; stabbing pain in the heart … Read more
Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Promotes blood circulation and alleviates chest pain, specifically effective for chest obstruction and heart pain. Highly effective for dysmenorrhea and amenorrhea, use with caution in cases of excessive menstruation. Dispels wind and alleviates pain for headaches, provides relief for rheumatic pain. Chuanxiong is the dried rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong, belonging … Read more
Bai Shao, also known as Bai Shao Yao (White Peony), is a common Chinese medicinal herb with a long history of medicinal use. In recent years, as people’s attention to health has increased, the nutritional value and efficacy of Bai Shao have also received more attention. This article will detail the nutritional components, effects, and … Read more
Bai Shao (白芍) is a plant from the Ranunculaceae family, specifically the dried root of the Peony (芍药). Bai Shao is a common traditional Chinese medicinal herb, harvested in summer and autumn. It is cleaned, with the head, tail, and fine roots removed, boiled in water, and then dried after peeling. It has auxiliary effects … Read more